1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 505 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |