2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 27 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 479 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-9 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
