1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Taunus (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 Taunus (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 204 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 42 L |
