1967 Opel Record vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 504 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Record | 504 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
