2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Wrangler | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 110 L |
