2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 110 L |
