1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsair | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
