1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 955 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
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1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | Lagonda | 205 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 110 L |