1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 21 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 199 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 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
