1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
