1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1965 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1965 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
