1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407, 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 407 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
