1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 250 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, 1987 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Luce | 505 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |