1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
