1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 306 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
