1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1994 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 504 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 504 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 1994 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
