1972 Ford Torino vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 482 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Torino | 306 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |