1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 12 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Vanette | 505 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2910 mm |
