1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 505 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
