1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1978 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Crown Victoria. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Crown Victoria | 607 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |