1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
