2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Almera | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
