1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 258 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurora | 504 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
