1981 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1981 Oldsmobile Omega and 1981 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Omega | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 505 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |