1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
