1992 Peugeot 205 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 530 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 205 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2645 mm |
