1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna, 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 504 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
