1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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 Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
