2000 Infiniti I vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
| Model | I | 304 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |
