1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 807 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 807. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807, 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | 807 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
