2009 Honda Stream vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 554 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
