1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 406 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
