1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Chrysler Sebring (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
