1995 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 530 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
