1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Scorpio | 505 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |