1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 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. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
