1994 Peugeot 205 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 205 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
