2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
