1987 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Corsa | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 505 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
