1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 28 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. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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 Taunus (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 306 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
