1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 407 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |