1987 Peugeot 205 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 205 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
