1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
