1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 961 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
