1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 32 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 573 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 807 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
