1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405, 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, 1974 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405. 1974 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 405 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
