1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 24 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1075 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 205 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 78 L |
