1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 25 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 300 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 504 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
