2004 Opel Trixx vs. 1981 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Trixx (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx.
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 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Trixx | 1981 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Trixx | 305 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
