1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 504 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 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, 1971 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Luce | 504 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |