1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
