1985 Peugeot 505 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 505 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
