1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Aspen | 504 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |