1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
