1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1201 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 205 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
