1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 27 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 370 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 323 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
