1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 407 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
