2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 16 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 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Eclipse | 205 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
