1995 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 587 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
