1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
