1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 200 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Sedan | 504 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
