1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1775 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
