2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
