2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
