2000 Kia Clarus vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Clarus | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
