1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 391 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
