2005 Honda Life vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 205 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |