1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
