1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 32 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | LTD | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2613 mm |
