1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Skyline | 504 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
