1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, both 1989 Peugeot 205 and 1989 Volvo 245 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Because 1989 Volvo 245 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 1989 Volvo 245. 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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
