2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 112 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 505 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |