2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Nissan Stagea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Stagea | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Stagea | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
