1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 604 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
