2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 207 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 110 L |
