2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 971 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-150 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2430 mm |
