2008 Nissan Note vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 407 kg more than 1988 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 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Note | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
