1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
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 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
