1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 6 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 580 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 400 | 604 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |