1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Corsair | 605 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |