1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 18 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1140 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
