1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
