2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 260 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 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
