1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 284 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 Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
