2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
