1994 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1994 Ford Probe and 1994 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 446 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Probe | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Probe | 205 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |