1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 546 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (119 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 305 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
