1984 Ford GT vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1984 Ford GT and 1984 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford GT 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 1984 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | GT | 205 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |