2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 499 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504D has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Charger | 504D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
