1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 318 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
