2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 35 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | 3111 | 504D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
