1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 39 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 643 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 504 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
