1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 14 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 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 95 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Luce | 205 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |