1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 504 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |