2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Suburban | 504 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |