1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 27 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 663 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.
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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 504 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
