1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 19 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, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 1998 Acura EL, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Peugeot | Acura |
| Model | 505 | EL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
