1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. Both 1970 Ford Taunus and 1986 Peugeot 309 are equipped with a 1,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Taunus | 309 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |