2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 172 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Because 1989 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 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mondeo | 505 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |