1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Fairlane 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 1980 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407. 1980 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | 407 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
