1972 Peugeot 304 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 38 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 1,400 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 773 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 304 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 304 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2919 mm |
