1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
