2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara II | 504D |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
