1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 452 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 407 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
