1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2002 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 807 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
