1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 604 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
