2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205, 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | TE-50 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
