2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 988 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Navara | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
