2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 393 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
