2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505.
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, 2000 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
