1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 504 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
