1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 17 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 275 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 323 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
