1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, both 1989 Peugeot 205 and 1989 Rover Montego were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 320 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.
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 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Peugeot 205 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 205 | Montego |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |