2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1998 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1998 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |