2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 706 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. 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 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Liberty | 304 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |
