1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 31 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| 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 | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
