1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 284 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 180 L |
