2000 Lexus IS vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS.
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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus IS | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | IS | 604 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
