1981 Peugeot 505 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 505 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
