2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Silverado | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |