1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 17 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
