1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 32 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2735 mm |
