1970 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 605 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
