1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
