1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 14 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 504 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
