1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 29 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 358 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Activehicle | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
