1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 505 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 505 | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
