2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 976 kg more than 1984 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 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
