2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 668 kg more than 1985 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | 323 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |