1985 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, both 1985 Peugeot 305 and 1985 Subaru 1.8 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 305 | 1.8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |