1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2735 mm |
