1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 76 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
