1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 529 kg more than 1965 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 204 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
