1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 20 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Challenger | 505 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
