1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
