1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 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 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 204 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 204 | 780 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |