1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 14 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, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Renault 19.
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, 1993 Renault 19, 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, 1993 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
