1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 505 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
