1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 11 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 750 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti J30 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | J30 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
