2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 24 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 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1303 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
