2000 Kia Clarus vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Clarus | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
