1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 31 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Falcon | 807 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |