1978 Peugeot 304 vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 304 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 304 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
