2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-450 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2750 mm |
