1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 205 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
Model | 205 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |