1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 505 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
