1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | LM | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
