1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 505 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
