1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
