2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1455 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
