1986 Opel Monza vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza 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 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza.
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 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Monza | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
