1983 Chrysler Laser vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1983 Chrysler Laser and 1983 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Laser (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser, 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, 1983 Chrysler Laser (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chrysler Laser | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Laser | 505 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |