1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 29 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | LTD | 207 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |