1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1988 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 1988 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
