1974 Peugeot 304 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1974 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 304 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 304 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
