1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 206 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |