1981 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 29 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1981 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1981 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
