1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (152 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
