1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 26 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 747 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 505 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |