1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 15 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 505 | Venture |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |