1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 504 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
