1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
