1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 505 | Cube |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |