1984 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
