1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 873 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
