2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Falcon | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |