1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Aerostar | 504 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
