1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Taunus weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Taunus | 309 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |