1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 559 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
