1998 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
