1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (335 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 R | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
