1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 448 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604.
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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Peugeot 604 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
Model | 604 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |