1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 398 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 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
