1979 Ford LTD vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | LTD | 306 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
