1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 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 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
