1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
