1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
