1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Station Wagon | 205 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |