1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 26 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 543 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
