1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. 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 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | 616 | 309 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |