1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1986 Ford Thunderbird and 1986 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 408 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Thunderbird 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 1986 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, 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 Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | 309 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
