1989 Ford Laser vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Laser | 504 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |