1972 Peugeot 304 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304, 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 304 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 304 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
