1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 531 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
