1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | RS 200 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
