1998 Honda Life vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 205 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
