1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 505 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
