1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 505 | 780 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |