1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 74 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 505 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
