2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 1985 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 1985 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 206 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
