1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 24 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 410 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 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dacia |
| Model | 205 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2673 mm |
