2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 504 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |