1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 22 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 2010 Opel Antara 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. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 505 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
