1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
