1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 504 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
