1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 904 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 1957 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK VIII | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
