1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 26 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1999 Volvo C70, 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 504 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
