1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 604 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
