1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
