1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Taunus | 206 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 50 L |