1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1991 Ford Thunderbird and 1991 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 457 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Thunderbird | 605 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |