1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Volvo 240. 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 505 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 505 | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |