1985 Peugeot 505 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 384 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 505 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3090 mm |
