1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 505 | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 505 | Previa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |