1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 205 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1775 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
