1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 22 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Peugeot 504 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 504 | 440 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |