1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
