1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Falcon 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304, 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 304 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
