1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 22 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. 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 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
