1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
