1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1460 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 104 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3410 mm |
