1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 604 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 604 | 240 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |