1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 29 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 604 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2613 mm |
