1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604.
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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
