1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1072 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 504 | Express |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |
