1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
