2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 699 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
