1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 38 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
