1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
