1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 304 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 304 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
