2000 Opel Astra vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 1976 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
