1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 667 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 807 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
