2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Titan | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2430 mm |
