2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | DrifterX | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
