1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
