1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Scorpio | 505 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |