1999 Mazda Demio vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 12 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Demio | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
