1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Challenger | 505 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
