1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
