1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207, 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Capri | 207 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |