1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 505 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Peugeot | GMC |
| Model | 505 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |
