1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1987 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 230 | 205 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |