1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 435 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
