1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 21 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 320 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 1970 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 504 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
