1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
