1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1273 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 504 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
