1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 205 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
