1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1449 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
