1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Because 1989 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 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 505 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
