2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
