2002 Honda City vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 17 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 241 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 2 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | City | 205 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
