1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 893 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
