1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Stealth | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
