1991 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 977 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 205 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2779 mm |
