1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 16 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, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 505 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
