2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Cutlass | 205 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |