2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1973 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1973 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
