1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 91 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
Model | 504 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |