1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 359 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 205 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 144 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 | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2499 mm |
