1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 536 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 205 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
