1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 900 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 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Peugeot 205 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 205 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |