2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 354 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 504 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |