1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 22 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 505 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 505 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
