1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 12 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
