1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 190 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
