1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
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 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Festiva | 505 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |