1993 Lexus LS vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 965 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
