1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
