1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 505 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
