1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 425 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 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
