2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 483 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 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
