1994 Ford Tracer vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 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 Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 205 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
