1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, both 1983 Peugeot 205 and 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 259 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Peugeot 205 | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Peugeot | Aston Martin |
Model | 205 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |