2001 Honda Z vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 16 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 110 L |
