1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 713 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Peugeot | GMC |
| Model | 404 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
