1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 406 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
