1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Skyline | 505 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
