1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 51 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 504 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
