1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 625 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 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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 504 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
