2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 419 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontier | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
