1978 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 316 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
