1975 Peugeot 504 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 231 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 504 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 504 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
