2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | F-250 | 505 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2910 mm |