1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 504D | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
