1967 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 308 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 308 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 308 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
