1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
