2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1250 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.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
