2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | HR-V | 504 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |