1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Because 1975 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo, 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 Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 504 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
