1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 505 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
