1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 505 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
