2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
