2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1711 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
