1981 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 106 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 Subaru 1.8 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 Subaru 1.8 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 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 305 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
