1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 931 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 205 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
