1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 405 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
