1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
