1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
