2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
