1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 406 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
