2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 896 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
