1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 407 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |