1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Volvo 240.
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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 504 | 240 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |