1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Luce | 205 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |