1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 710 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 205 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
