2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Intrigue | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
