1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 30 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 207 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |