1984 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 205 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
