1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 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 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Peugeot 204 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 204 | 360 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |