1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
