1987 Ford Laser vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
