1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Because 1968 Peugeot 404 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 1968 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 404 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
