1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 305 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
