2000 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka, 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Ka | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |