1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 33 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 380 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 607 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
