2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
