1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 604 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
