1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 505 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
