1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
