2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 579 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
