1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 504 | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |