1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 31 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 675 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 323 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
