2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Pilot | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |