1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 505 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
