1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 260 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 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 420 | 505 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |