1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 8 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 305 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
