1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 27 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 607 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
