1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Because 1962 Peugeot 404 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 1962 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo, 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 404 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
