2005 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1982 Peugeot 505 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 1982 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
