1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dodge |
| Model | 504 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2764 mm |
