1985 Peugeot 505 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 22 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, 1985 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 505 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
