2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |