1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1565 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
