1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 27 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 887 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Because 1984 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 604 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
