2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 420 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
