1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
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 Plymouth Neon, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 1996 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 504 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
