1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 580 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 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
