1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 36 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
