1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 404 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1618 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
