1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 206 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 45 L |
