1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1266 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3190 mm |
