1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 27 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
