1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 2 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurora | 205 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
