1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 504 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 504 | 760 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1944 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |