1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
