2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1050 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 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontier | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
