1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-4 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
