1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 155 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.
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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 505 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3090 mm |