1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 505 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 505 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
