1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Aerostar | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
