1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 20 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 504 | 260 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |