1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 31 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2010 Mazda 3.
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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2010 Mazda 3 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. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 505 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |
