1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda RX-7 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | RX-7 | 504 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |