1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | 604 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
