1981 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 305 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
