1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
