1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 40 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 191 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 307 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
