1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 685 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 323 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
