1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
