1999 Ford Contour vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 1983 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 1983 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Contour | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |