1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204. 1983 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1965 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1965 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 204 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
