1997 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 367 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
