2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1988 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 1988 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1969 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 | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
