1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 980 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Peugeot | Tata |
Model | 205 | Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |