1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
