1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 104 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
