1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Peugeot | Ford |
Model | 505 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3193 mm |