1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 28 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1776 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3099 mm |
