1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 77 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, 2010 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
