1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Peugeot 504 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 504 | Vento |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |