1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Diamante | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
