1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
