1986 Peugeot 604 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1986 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 1986 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1986 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 604 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 604 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
