1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 505 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
