1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
| Model | 505 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
