1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 470 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Luce | 407 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |