1994 Honda CRX vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 15 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, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CRX | 505 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
