2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B4000 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
