1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1040 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Peugeot 205 | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
Model | 205 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |