1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
