1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 206 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
