2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | E-250 | 604 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |