1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 20 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 955 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 205 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1775 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 73 L |
