1985 Ford Laser vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 20 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 204 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
