1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 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 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
