1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1986 Avanti Avanti and 1986 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
Model | Avanti | 205 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |