1984 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
