1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Maverick | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
