1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 205 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 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 |
