1972 Ford Torino vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 497 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Torino | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
