1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
