1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 392 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 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Peugeot 205 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
Model | 205 | 400 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |