1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Cutlass | 204 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |