1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
