2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
