1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 604 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
