2006 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 25 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
