1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 426 kg more than 1970 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 204 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
