1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Holden |
| Model | 504 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
