2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Expedition | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
