1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 565 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
