1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1984 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
