1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
Model | Avanti | 605 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |