1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 262 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
