1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 421 kg more than 1973 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 300 ZX | 504 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |