2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
