1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 545 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Auris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
