1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 704 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
