2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 526 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.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
