2008 Honda Element vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
