1995 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | Integra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
