1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Century (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
