1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2008 Peugeot 807 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.

Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 807, 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Mustang 2008 Peugeot 807
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Mustang 807
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4655 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.3 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1547 kg 1612 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L