1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (80 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
