1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz.
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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 205 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
