2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger (250 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 604 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
