1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 68 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, 1982 Renault 11 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
