2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
