1981 Peugeot 305 vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 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 1,292 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 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 130 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 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 305 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 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 | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
