1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
