1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 504 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
