1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2613 mm |
