2006 Honda Element vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 17 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 93 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
