1993 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Laser | 505 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
