2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
