1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 323 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 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 Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
