2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 418 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1971 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1971 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
