1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 475 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 504 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |