1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
