1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Peugeot 604 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 1983 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Telstar | 604 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
