1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 Renault Safrane, 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 504 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
