1998 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 768 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |