1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 26 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 451 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504.
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, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra Bolero | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Peugeot |
| Model | Bolero | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1164 kg |
