1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 504 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
