1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 445 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 1983 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 504 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 504 | Touran |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |