1992 Peugeot 205 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (115 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 205 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
