1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Luce | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
