1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
