2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 110 L |
