1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 504 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
