1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 108 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 1971 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 1971 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
