2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Tribute | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
