1972 Ford Torino vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Torino | 605 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
