2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Hardbody | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
