1984 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1984 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Mustang | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 304 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
