2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 804 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
