1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (444 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
