1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
