1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1974 Volvo 140 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 204 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
