1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 375 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Aspen | 505 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |