1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
