1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 14 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
