1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 503 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.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 205 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
