1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 504D |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
