1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 604 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
