1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 554 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 504 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
