1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1975 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Cavalier | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
