1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 8 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
