1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro

To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Peugeot 504 1968 Holden Monaro
Make Peugeot Holden
Model 504 Monaro
Year Released 1978 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 5024 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2830 mm


 

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