1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Falcon | 306 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |