1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Partner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Fairlane 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 1987 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | Partner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
