1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
