1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 35 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 307 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 307 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
