1988 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 3 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 660 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Legend | 205 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |