1983 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 307 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
