1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 224 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Jeep | 505 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
