1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
