2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1522 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
