1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 405 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
