1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 38 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 407 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
