1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 104 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
