1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 806 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 305 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
