2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Taurus | 504 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |