1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
