1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
