2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-150 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
