1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Peugeot 504 1979 Toyota Sprinter
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 504 Sprinter
Year Released 1971 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 91 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1332 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2410 mm