2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 32 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |
