1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Peugeot 505

To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 409 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Avanti Avanti 1979 Peugeot 505
Make Avanti Peugeot
Model Avanti 505
Year Released 1989 1979
Engine Size 5002 cc 1971 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1704 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2750 mm


 

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