1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 265 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (206 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
