1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 30 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.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Festiva | 205 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |