1991 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 323 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
