2007 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 421 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
