1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 3 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 65 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
