1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 28 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1095 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 205 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
