2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 685 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
