1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Scorpio | 604 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |