1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 559 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 205 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
