1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 607 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
