2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
