2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1218 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 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Liberty | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
