1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205.
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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
