1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 510 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 407 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 407 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
