1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 205 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |