1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1980 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1980 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Meteor | 304 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
