2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
