1999 Nissan Z vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604.
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 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 604 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
