2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 166 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 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Expedition | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
