1986 Peugeot 604 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 604 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
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 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 604 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 604 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
