1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
