1986 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Kadett | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
