1999 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | Nautilus | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
