1979 Ford LTD vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | LTD | 607 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
