1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 1976 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chrysler |
| Model | 504 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
