1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 5 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 570 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
