1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | RS 200 | 505 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |