1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Guara | 504 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |