1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
