1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406, 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Falcon | 406 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |