1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 504 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
