1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
