1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
