1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | V6 | 504 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |