2004 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 253 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
