1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 807 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
