1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 28 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Peugeot 306, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 504 | 306 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |