1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
