1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Nomad | 505 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
