1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 186 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Thunderbird | 604 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |