1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
