1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 504 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 504 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |