1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 505 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Peugeot | TVR |
Model | 505 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |